Unexpected Hiding Spots for Mold in Toronto

Posted in Mold Removal, on June 21, 2022

While mold infestations are never welcome, they still tend to pop up in unexpected hiding spots every now and then. Mold spores gravitate towards damp and dark areas, so finding some hidden mold outbreaks may be difficult. You may not spot mold right away, but you will smell it; if you catch a whiff of the distinct odour, contact Canada’s Restoration Services for a mold inspection in Toronto. By being proactive and conducting a mold inspection at the first sign of a mold outbreak, you’ll be able to save yourself from high mold removal costs. 

Don’t let your mold infestation go too far. Here are some tips for finding unexpected hiding spots for mold in your Toronto property.

Chimneys

Chimneys probably aren’t the first place you think mold would flourish, but it is a common spot. The brick crevices collect dirt, water, and other organic debris, allowing mold spores to settle and grow. Additionally, chimneys are dark environments with little ventilation. Stale air mixed with moisture from a faulty chimney cap creates the perfect conditions for mold to grow. It can be hard to know if mold has infiltrated your chimney, but chances are, if it’s in your chimney, it’ll be in other parts of your home. If you see the recognizable dark spots around your fireplace or wall, contact Canada’s Restoration Services for a comprehensive and advanced mold inspection in Toronto.

Windows 

Poorly sealed windows, due to damage, age, or improper caulking, will create an area full of condensation, giving the moisture supply that mold spores seek out. Mold won’t grow on the windows exactly, but it will on the seals and sills. To prevent mold from growing around your windows, make sure your windows are properly sealed and that there are no leaks or water present. Prevention is key in avoiding the need for repeat mold remediation and budgeting for additional mold removal costs.

Kitchen Appliances

Mold is undoubtedly common in kitchen appliances, usually due to excess organic matter, food, and water. Mold usually grows around the refrigerator due to the food inside, or, in most cases, a hidden leak behind the refrigerator. The majority of the time, these leaks go unnoticed, and as a result, so does the mold outbreak. In addition to refrigerators, your dishwasher may also produce leaks and cause mold outbreaks around it. A small leak underneath your dishwasher could be a magnet for mold spores. 

Washing Machines

A leak in your washing machine is an inconvenience that needs to be fixed right away; if not, the inconvenience becomes even more prominent with a mold infestation. To make matters worse, mold growth in and around your washing machine is hard to find, especially to the naked eye. However, it doesn’t take a spill or a leak for mold to infiltrate your washing machine; mold will grow in the door of front-load washing machines. To keep mold growth at bay, keep your washing machine door open after each wash cycle to reduce moisture and keep air flowing. 

If you discover that mold has infiltrated unusual and unexpected hiding spots in your property, contact the trusted and certified technicians at Canada’s Restoration Services for comprehensive and effective mold removal services in Toronto.

Schedule a mold inspection today.